Deschutes River
Full Day Rafting Trip
Highlights & Details
- Moderate Class III - Fun for Everyone
- Adventure swims and rock jumping
- Lunch at the Bakeoven Bar and Grill at Imperial
- Great water levels year-round
- Plenty of sunshine
- Near Portland, Mt. Hood, Columbia Gorge
- Drive time from Bend - 1 hour and 45 minutes
- River time - 4.5 hours
Trip Pricing
Adults: $139.00
Youth: $129.00 (12 and Under)
Minimum Age: 6 years & 50+ lbs
Price Includes: Transportation from Bend or personal vehicle shuttle, lunch at the Bakeoven Bar and Grill, paddle jackets and pants on cooler days, dry bag storage, all fees and permits.
Oregon's Rafting Playground
This trip is centered on the town of Maupin, OR and covers 13 miles from Harpham Flat to Sandy Beach. The rapids are moderate class II & III and are appropriate for families and beginners. A barbeque lunch is provided at the Bakeoven Bar and Grill along the way. As time and conditions allow, there are opportunities for a short hike to the natural water slides at White River, an "adventure swim" through the waves at Elevator rapid and perhaps some rock jumping. This "playground" river is arguably Oregon's most popular one-day rafting adventure.
Trip Itinerary
The day begins when we pick you up in Bend at 8:00 a.m. or meet you in Maupin, OR at 10:00 a.m. You will be asked to read and sign an Assumption of Risk Form at this time if you haven't already done so online. Once everyone has arrived guests who met us in their own vehicles will follow us to the put-in location at Harpham Flat. At the boat ramp, we’ll get everyone fitted for life jackets and discuss safety for the trip. Once we’ve divided into paddle crews, we’ll board the rafts for 4 to 5 hours of splashy fun. The first part of the day includes Wapanitia, Launch Pad and the famous Box Car rapids. We’ll stop for lunch around noon at the Bakeoven Bar and Grill at the Imperial Lodge. After lunch there is plenty more action with Surf City, Oak Springs, White River and Elevator Rapids. This afternoon includes a quick stop for an optional hike at White River to swim some natural water slides OR a stop at Elevator Rapid to body surf the waves. We’ll reach our take out at Sandy Beach between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. For those who have opted to have their vehicle shuttled during the trip, your vehicle will be here when we arrive. Those who chose the shuttle from Bend can expect to be back to Bend between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Transportation Information
Transportation from Bend is available but space in our shuttle vans is limited. If we cannot provide transportation because our vans are full, or if you would rather not ride in our van, you have the option to meet us in Maupin and we will have your vehicle shuttled to the take-out during the trip. Both of these options are included in the price.
Deschutes River Trip Planning
Meeting Details
Full-day trips on the Deschutes River take place near the town of Maupin, Oregon. The drive-time from Bend is 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Locations & Meeting Times
Shilo Inn & Suites in Bend - 8:00 a.m.
Turn to the right as you enter and park anywhere along the street-side of the parking lot. Please do park not in front of the restaurant or guest rooms.
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Maupin City Park (Overflow Parking Lot) – Maupin, OR – 10:00 AM
The meeting location is in the overflow parking lot across the street from the park entrance. Guests that drove themselves will meet us here and follow our van the short distance to the put-in. From the put-in your vehicle will be shuttled to the take-out during the trip.
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What to Bring and What is Provided
“We were very impressed with the attention to detail. Clearly, the staff was well trained, exercised leadership at every level along the way and made everyone feel at ease. There was no situation we were not prepared for. Rafting down the Deschutes for the day goes down as an absolute bucket-list item, and one that should be done with experienced and exceptional outfitters, i.e., Ouzel. Thanks again for unforgettable memories, awesome photos, and a safe return to dry land! " -Susan R. (Deschutes River)